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NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION

NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION

Traverse City, MI, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
38-2027389
Regional Funder
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NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION

Traverse City, MI, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
38-2027389
Regional Funder

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Est.

1973

Fiscal Year Start

Oct 1

Organization Type

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Northwest Michigan Community Action is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofit initiatives primarily in Michigan. The foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO FOSTER POSITIVE CHANGE BY PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES THAT PROMOTE SELF-SUFFICIENCY, IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE AND BUILDING STRONGER, MORE CONNECTED COMMUNITIES.
Total Funding Given

$279.5K

2024
Grantees funded
8
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

4

Median 1st year grant
$50.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$98.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
K
Kerry Baughman
Board Member
M
Meredith Gafill
Board Member
T
Truman Bicum
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION?
No. NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION give?
NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION primarily gives to organizations located in Michigan. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION make each year?
In 2024, NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $279 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION fund recently?
In 2024, NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF NORTHERN MICHIGAN INC, GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF WEST MICHIGAN INC, and NEW HOPE SHELTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION?
NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY ACTION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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